In a tragic escalation of civilian-targeted warfare, Russian forces attacked a city bus in downtown Nikopol, Dnipro region, using an FPV (First-Person View) drone, according to local Ukrainian authorities. The strike resulted in three fatalities and 12 injuries, marking another devastating chapter in Russia’s ongoing campaign against civilian infrastructure in Ukraine.
What Happened: Timeline of the Nikopol Bus Attack
The incident occurred during daytime hours as the municipal bus approached a busy bus stop in central Nikopol. Witnesses report that the FPV drone—a small, agile, remotely piloted aircraft commonly used for precision strikes—detonated upon impact with the vehicle.
🔹 Location: Downtown Nikopol, Dnipro Oblast, Ukraine
🔹 Weapon Used: FPV attack drone
🔹 Casualties: 3 confirmed dead, 12 injured
🔹 Target: Civilian public transport + pedestrians at bus stop
Emergency services responded rapidly, transporting victims to local medical facilities. Authorities have launched a criminal investigation into the attack, classifying it as a potential war crime under international humanitarian law.
